Samsung AK68-00640C manual General Features, Disc Type and Characteristics, Setup

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Chapter 1

S E T U P

General Features

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia

 

Interface)

 

HDMI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure

Excellent Sound

digital video/audio signal path from the player to

your TV.

Dolby Digital, a technology developed by Dolby

 

Laboratories, provides crystal clear sound reproduction.

Note

 

S E T U P

Disc Type and Characteristics

This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:

Disc Types (Logos)

Recording Types

Disc Size

Max. Playing Time

Characteristics

 

 

 

 

 

DVD-VIDEO

 

12 Cm

Single-sided 240 min.

- DVD contains excellent sound and

 

 

Double-sided 480 min.

video due to Dolby Digital and

Setup

Screen

Both regular and widescreen(16:9) pictures can be viewed.

Slow Motion

An important scene can be viewed in slow motion.

Program Play (CD)

You can program tracks to play in desired order.

Parental Control (DVD)

The parental control allows users to set the level necessary to prohibit children from viewing harmful movies such as those with violence, adult subject matter, etc.

Various On-Screen Menu Functions

You can select various languages (Audio/Subtitle) and screen angles while enjoying movies.

Progressive Scan

Progressive scanning creates an improved picture with double the scan lines of a conventional interlaced picture.

EZ VIEW (DVD)

Easy View enables picture adjustment to match your TV's screen size (16:9 or 4:3).

-Discs which cannot be played with this player.

DVD-ROM

DVD-RAM

CD-ROM

• CDV

CDI

• CVD

CDGs play audio only, not graphics.

-Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.

DVD-R, +RW

CD-RW

DVD+RW, -RW (V mode)

-The unit may not play certain CD-R, CD-RW and DVD-R due to the disc type or recording conditions.

COPY PROTECTION

Many DVD discs are encoded with copy

protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

This product incorporates copyright protection

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio

 

 

MPEG-2 system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Various screen and audio functions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video

8 Cm

Single-sided 80 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

can be easily selected through the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Double-sided 160 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

on-screen menu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO-CD

Audio

12 Cm

74 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Video with CD sound, VHS quality &

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MPEG-1 compression technology.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 Cm

20 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO-CD

 

12 Cm

74 min.

- CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio

 

 

better audio quality, less distortion and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

less deterioration of audio quality over

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 Cm

20 min.

time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD-AUDIO

Audio

 

 

- DVD AUDIO is a format specifically

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

designed to provide the highest

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

12 Cm

400 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

possible audio fidelity capable on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Super Audio CD

 

 

 

- Super Audio CD is a high quality audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio

12 Cm

74 min.

format with higher sampling rates and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fuller, richer sound as compared to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

regular CD.

Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG) You can view Digital Photos on your TV.

Repeat

You can repeat a song or movie simply by pressing the REPEAT button.

MP3/WMA

This unit can play discs created from MP3/WMA files.

Instant Replay (DVD)

This function is used to replay the previous 10 seconds of a movie from the current position.

Instant Skip (DVD)

This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.

Super Audio CD

Super Audio CD is a high quality audio format with higher sampling rates and fuller, richer sound as compared to regular CD.

MPEG4

This unit can play MPEG4 formats within an avi file.

DVD AUDIO

DVD AUDIO is a format specifically designed to provide the highest possible audio fidelity capable on DVD.

technology that is protected by methods claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUTS

(525p/625p)

“CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE, IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT SAMSUNG'S CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.”

Disc Markings

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Play Region Number

PAL

PAL broadcast system in U.K, France, Germany, etc.

 

Dolby Digital disc

STEREO

Stereo disc

DIGITAL

Digital Audio disc

SOUND

 

 

DTS disc

 

MP3 disc

 

DVD AUDIO disc

 

Super Audio CD disc

You must only insert one DVD disc at a time. Inserting two or more discs will not allow playback and may cause damage to the DVD player.

Region Number

Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play.

The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.

DivX Certification

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks,

Inc and are used under license.

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Contents DVD Player AK68-00640CPrecautions Setting upFor your safety DiscBefore you start Disc Type and Characteristics General FeaturesSetup Description 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16Front Panel Controls Front Panel DisplayRear Panel Tour of the Remote ControlENG-11 Before Connecting the DVD Player Choosing a ConnectionConnections Connection to a TV S-VideoWhat is Progressive Scan? Connection to a TV InterlaceConnection to a TV Progressive ENG-14Connecting to a TV with DVI Jack Connecting to a TV with Hdmi JackHdmi Video Specifications Why does Samsung use HDMI?What is Anynet? Connection to a TV with Anynet JackConnection to an Audio System 2 Channel Amplifier Turn on the DVD player, TV, and AmplifierTurn on the DVD player, TV, and Amplifier Connection to a 5.1CH Analog AmplifierENG-21 Playing a Disc Before PlayPlayback Resume functionUsing the Display Function Using the Search and Skip FunctionsBasic Functions Using the Disc and Title Menu Using the Disc Menu DVDUsing the Title Menu DVD ENG-27Using the Function Menu Using the A-B Repeat functionRepeat Play Basic FunctionsWhen playing a DVD/VCD Slow Repeat PlayProgram Play & Random Play Random Play CDAdjusting the Aspect Ratio EZ View To play back using aspect ratio DVDIf you are using a 43 TV If you are using a 169 TVUsing the Audio button DVD/VCD/CD/MPEG4 Using the Subtitle button DVD/MPEG4Selecting the Audio Language Selecting the Subtitle LanguageUsing the Bookmark Function Using the Instant Replay/Skip FunctionChanging the Camera Angle FunctionsUsing the Zoom Function Using the Zoom Function DVD/VCDRecalling a Marked Scene Clearing a BookmarkDVD Audio Playback Page, Index FunctionSuper Audio CD Playback Repeat PlayENG-42 Press the /❿ buttons to Select Track, Group, thenCD Layer Play Function Super Audio CD Clips Menu Off Play FunctionENG-44 Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 MP3/WMA PlaybackFolder Selection Repeat/Random playbackMPEG4 Playback CD-R MP3/WMA fileMPEG4 Play Function Repeat PlaybackFor 10 seconds, the menu will disappear Picture CD PlaybackMenu When playing a Kodak Picture CD, the unit Picture CD Playback for HD-JPEGCD-R Jpeg Discs Press the Stop button to return toUsing the Setup Menu Setting up EZ-SetupChanging Setup Menu ENG-54Using the Player Menu Language Setting Up the Language FeaturesENG-56 Using the Disc Menu Language Using the Audio LanguageSelect Language Setup ENG-58Setting Up the Audio Options Setup MenuUsing the Subtitle Language ENG-60ENG-62 Surround Sound Speaker SetupENG-63 Setting Up the Display Options Setting up TestENG-64 ENG-65❷ Still Mode ❶ TV Aspect❸ Screen Messages ❹ TV SystemSetting Up the Rating Level Setting Up the Parental ControlENG-68 Controlling a TV with the Remote control Changing the PasswordReference TV CodesTroubleshooting Firmware upgradeProblem Action Specifications VideoOutput Audio

AK68-00640C specifications

The Samsung AK68-00640C is a premium soundbar known for delivering an immersive audio experience in home entertainment settings. With its sleek design and advanced technologies, this soundbar enhances sound quality, making it a must-have component for audiophiles and casual viewers alike.

One of the standout features of the AK68-00640C is its Dolby Atmos technology, which creates a three-dimensional sound stage. This immersive audio experience allows users to feel as if they are right in the middle of the action, whether they are watching movies, playing video games, or listening to music. The soundbar is equipped with upward-firing speakers that reflect sound off the ceiling, creating a height effect that traditional sound systems often lack.

Another significant characteristic of the Samsung AK68-00640C is its Q-Symphony technology. This innovative feature enables the soundbar to work in perfect harmony with compatible Samsung TVs, offering a synchronized sound experience that is richer than using the TV speakers alone. By utilizing both the TV's audio output and the soundbar simultaneously, listeners enjoy enhanced dialogue clarity and robust bass without the need for complex setups.

The AK68-00640C is also designed with adaptive sound technology, which intelligently analyzes the content being played and optimizes the audio accordingly. This means that whether users are listening to quiet dialogue in a drama or booming explosions in an action movie, the soundbar automatically adjusts settings for optimal clarity and impact.

Furthermore, the soundbar supports a range of connectivity options, including Bluetooth and HDMI ARC, making it convenient to connect to various devices. Users can easily stream music from their smartphones or tablets, while HDMI ARC allows for simple control of both the TV and the soundbar with a single remote.

Completing its impressive feature set, the Samsung AK68-00640C is aesthetically pleasing, with a modern design that complements any home décor. Its compact form factor allows it to fit easily beneath a TV or be wall-mounted, ensuring it doesn’t take up valuable space.

In conclusion, the Samsung AK68-00640C soundbar combines advanced sound technologies with sleek design and versatile connectivity options, making it an excellent solution for enhancing home audio experiences. Whether for movie nights, gaming, or music playback, this soundbar promises to deliver exceptional sound quality that heightens the enjoyment of any media.